Meet the Team Personalized care. Consistent excellence. A team you can trust.
At our practice, your experience is shaped by a close-knit team that values relationships as much as results. From your first interaction to every visit thereafter, you’ll be cared for by familiar faces who prioritize comfort, clarity, and continuity. We believe exceptional dentistry is not only about clinical precision, but about how you feel throughout your care.
Diedra Hayes, RDH Dental Hygienist
With a gentle touch and naturally calming presence, Diedra has been a trusted part of our team for over three years. Patients consistently appreciate her ability to make each visit feel relaxed and unhurried, while her focus on thoughtful patient education ensures you feel confident in your oral health. Outside the office, Diedra enjoys spending time with her nieces and family.
Nancy Hodjat Practice Manager
Nancy brings over two decades of experience in dental practice management, offering a seamless and personalized experience from the moment you arrive. As a familiar and welcoming presence, she is dedicated to helping patients clearly understand and maximize their dental benefits with ease. In her free time, Nancy enjoys gardening, baking, and crafting.
Meet Our Dental Assistants
Our dental assistants are an important part of your experience at Raleigh Dentistry. From helping you feel comfortable in the chair to answering questions and supporting you throughout your visit, our team is here to make your dental care feel easy, personal, and reassuring.
Kat Maples Dental Assistant
Kat knew from a young age that she wanted a career in dentistry, and dental assisting has been a fulfilling part of her life for the past nine years. She enjoys the hands-on and artistic aspects of dentistry and takes pride in helping create a comfortable and positive experience for every patient.
Patient comfort is at the heart of Kat’s approach to care. She enjoys getting to know patients, helping them feel at ease during their appointments, and being part of a team that makes each visit feel welcoming and personalized.
Outside of the office, Kat enjoys spending time with family and friends and making the most of her time away from work with new home projects, continued education, and teaching new dental assistants in the field.
Brenda Reyes Dental Assistant
Brenda has been a dental assistant for 10 years and loves helping patients feel comfortable, welcomed, and confident in their care. She especially enjoys educating patients about their oral health and helping them understand what to expect throughout their visit.
Brenda takes pride in creating a positive and reassuring experience for every patient. She believes that a comfortable dental visit starts with feeling heard, cared for, and at ease, and she loves seeing patients leave the office with a smile.
Born and raised in North Carolina, Brenda enjoys continuing her education through online courses and spending time with her children and parents. Outside the office, she loves going to the movies with her children, taking local trips around North Carolina, spending time with close friends, and creating meaningful memories with the people closest to her.
